Disbanding, Defunding, or Reforming Local Law Enforcement

Guidance for Advocates and Elected Officials Exploring Local Authority

In the wake of the murder of George Floyd at the hands of police and America’s overdue awakening to the consequences of deeply rooted, long-held racism, communities across the country are considering different approaches to reforming local policing. As part of the Local Solutions Support Center’s ongoing efforts to help local leaders understand and deploy their authority to address their communities’ needs, we have produced this memo outlining legal possibilities and prohibitions. Read the resource here.